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Definition and Importance of Rhymes Cultural and Creative Arts Primary 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Lesson Plan for Cultural and Creative Arts

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts
Class: Primary 1
Term: First Term
Week: 4
Age: 6 years
Sex: Mixed
Topics:

  1. Definition of Rhymes
  2. Revision of Previous Rhymes
  3. Importance of Rhymes

Duration: 1 Hour

Behavioural Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

  1. Discuss the definition of rhymes.
  2. Recite their previous rhymes.
  3. Discuss the importance of rhymes.

Key Words:

  • Rhymes
  • Recite
  • Sounds
  • Importance
  • Memory

Set Induction:

Sing a popular children’s rhyme and ask pupils to join in.

Entry Behaviour:

Pupils are familiar with singing and listening to rhymes from previous experiences.

Learning Resources and Materials:

  • Flashcards with words that rhyme
  • Audio recordings of popular rhymes
  • Song lyrics of familiar rhymes

Building Background / Connection to Prior Knowledge:

Discuss some common rhymes that pupils might have sung or heard at home or in school.

Embedded Core Skills:

  • Listening
  • Memory
  • Recitation
  • Creative expression

Reference Books:

  • Lagos State Scheme of Work for Primary 1
  • Basic Rhymes and Songs for Children

Instructional Materials:

  • Flashcards with rhyming words
  • Audio recordings of rhymes
  • Song lyrics

Content Explanation:

  1. Definition of Rhymes:
    • Rhymes are words that have the same ending sounds.
    • Example: “cat” and “hat”, “sun” and “fun”.
  2. Revision of Previous Rhymes:
    • Recite familiar rhymes like “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”, “Baa Baa Black Sheep”, and “Humpty Dumpty”.
    • Practice together as a class.
  3. Importance of Rhymes:
    • Memory: Helps improve memory and recall.
    • Language Skills: Enhances vocabulary and pronunciation.
    • Fun and Enjoyment: Makes learning enjoyable and engaging.

Evaluation

  1. Rhymes are words that have the same _______ sounds. a. beginning b. ending c. middle d. none
  2. “Cat” rhymes with _______. a. dog b. hat c. fish d. bird
  3. “Sun” rhymes with _______. a. moon b. fun c. star d. sky
  4. Reciting rhymes helps improve our _______. a. drawing b. memory c. running d. cooking
  5. “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little _______.” a. Moon b. Star c. Cloud d. Sun
  6. Rhymes help us learn new _______. a. colours b. words c. shapes d. numbers
  7. Rhymes are important because they make learning _______. a. boring b. hard c. fun d. sad
  8. “Baa Baa Black Sheep” is a _______. a. story b. rhyme c. drawing d. dance
  9. Rhymes enhance our _______ and pronunciation. a. reading b. language skills c. jumping d. painting
  10. “Humpty Dumpty” is an example of a _______. a. story b. rhyme c. song d. game

Class Activity Discussion

  1. Q: What are rhymes? A: Rhymes are words that have the same ending sounds.
  2. Q: Can you give an example of rhyming words? A: Yes, “cat” and “hat”.
  3. Q: Why are rhymes important? A: They help improve memory, enhance language skills, and make learning fun.
  4. Q: Name a popular children’s rhyme. A: “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”.
  5. Q: How do rhymes help us with language? A: They enhance vocabulary and pronunciation.
  6. Q: What is the rhyme “Baa Baa Black Sheep” about? A: It’s about a black sheep giving wool.
  7. Q: Can rhymes be fun to learn? A: Yes, they are fun and enjoyable.
  8. Q: What does “Humpty Dumpty” rhyme with? A: There is no direct rhyme, but it’s a familiar nursery rhyme.
  9. Q: What part of a word is important for it to rhyme? A: The ending sounds.
  10. Q: How do rhymes help with memory? A: By repeating patterns and sounds, they help us remember better.

Presentation:

Step 1: The teacher revises the previous topic, “Grouping Objects into Branches”.

Step 2: The teacher introduces the new topics, “Definition of Rhymes”, “Revision of Previous Rhymes”, and “Importance of Rhymes”.

Step 3: The teacher explains what rhymes are, revises familiar rhymes with the pupils, and discusses why rhymes are important.

Teacher’s Activities:

  • Explain the definition of rhymes.
  • Recite familiar rhymes with the class.
  • Discuss the benefits of learning rhymes.

Learners’ Activities:

  • Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
  • Recite rhymes along with the teacher.
  • Discuss why they enjoy learning rhymes.

Assessment:

Evaluation Questions:

  1. What are rhymes?
  2. Give an example of rhyming words.
  3. Why are rhymes important?
  4. Name a rhyme you know.
  5. How do rhymes help us learn?
  6. What does “cat” rhyme with?
  7. What rhyme talks about a black sheep?
  8. Why is “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star” popular?
  9. How do rhymes help with memory?
  10. What is your favourite rhyme?

Conclusion:

The teacher goes round to mark the pupils’ work, providing feedback and necessary corrections.

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